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Saturday, April 28, 2012

Parks & Rec: 7th Annual Cardboard Boat Races

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7th Annual Cardboard Boat Races
Come join us for a fun-filled morning of cardboard
boat racing! This fun event is always a crowd pleaser.
Give us a call and we’ll send you an entry form and tips
on how to build a cardboard boat. In case you don’t
know, these boats are paddled by you, the captain. We
provide the paddles! All boats are made of cardboard
with duct tape on the seams, so anybody can build a
boat and enter. Awards will be given to winners in each
category with special prizes for the Best Design, Best
Decorated, and the Titanic, a.k.a. First to Sink.
Ages 14 & under #14251 Youth Division
15 and up #14252 Adult or Business Division
Date Saturday, July 14
Times 8:00am Check-in (Pre-registration is required.)
8:30am Rules Meeting immediately followed by
Boat Judging and Boat Races
Place Jackson Aquatic Center
Cost FREE !

Parks & Rec: All-Comers Track Meets

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All-Comers Track Meets FREE!!
Events include the running long-jump into sand, 50–yard
and 100–yard dash. Every child receives a ribbon for
each event. No records are kept, it’s all about FUN! No
pre-registration required. See you at the track!
AGES 1–12 years
Days Tuesdays
Dates June 5—19
Time 6:00pm
PLACE St. Mary’s High
School Track

Parks & Rec: BUGS R US PRESENTATIONS

BUGS R US PRESENTATIONS
Children under 12 must have a parent in attendance. **No charge for the parent if attending with child under 12. Instructor—John Jackson
Ages 3 years—Adults**
Days Saturdays
Place Santo Community Center
Cost $7 Resident | $13 Non-Resident
Per Presentation
Limits Min—1 | Max—40
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BATS
It’s all about these flying mammals and their important role in the ecosystem.
The program features a preserved bat specimen as well as a bat
skeleton and bat echolocation sounds. The audience receives instructions on building a bat-house and bat coloring pages at the finish. Creepy and educational.
P1 #14289 June 2 | 1:00—2:00pm
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OWL PELLET STUDY
Participants get "hands-on" with real owl pellets! We'll discuss owls in the environment and the part they play in the food-web cycle. Includes hands on time with a taxidermy barn owl.
P2 #14293 June 23 | 1:00—2:00pm
PORTABLE BUG ZOO
Special attention is paid to the world of insects, bugs in the environment, what bugs eat, insect defenses, and camouflage. Kids get to touch and explore live insects including 3 species of stick insects, a tarantula, 2 species of cockroaches, 2 Hercules beetles, a Vinegaroon and Blue-Berry Beetles.
Other live but non-touchable insects include black widow spiders, bark
scorpions, orb weaver spiders, beetles, praying mantis, and Superworms.
P3 #14287 July 7 | 3:00—4:00pm
REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS
This program showcases LIVE animals including a turtle, lizard and frog and a few models. We discuss the differences and the important role they all play in the environment. Also includes handouts for identification of local species.
P4 #14299 August 4 | 1:00—2:00pm
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Parks & Rec: Flick n’ Float Movie Nights

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Flick n’ Float Movie Nights
Presented by Jackson County Library Services in
Partnership with Medford Parks & Recreation
Flick n’ Float Movie Nights are a family
destination. This family-oriented program
brings together people of all ages. Come
join our staff, enjoy family movies, and take
a dip in the pool on a hot summer night.
All shows begin at dusk and take place at Jackson Aquatic
Center The regular pool entrance fee covers the movie, too!
Bring a water noodle or small tube. On movie nights, Jackson
Aquatic Center opens at 7:30pm and closes after the movie
ends. Family Pool Passes will be honored. A maximum of 225
people will be allowed in the pool area. Flick N’ Float Movies
are intended for people using the pool those evenings.
Please see our Movies in the Park selections on page 27 for
additional free movies this summer.

2012 Flick n’ Float Schedule —Pool Opens 7:30pm
FRIDAYS
July 20 Cars 2 (PG) 2011
August 3 The Incredibles (PG) 2004
August 17 Happy Feet Two (PG) 2011

Friday, April 20, 2012

HSG Business Directory

The HSG Business Directory is a list of business/services offered by local homeschool families. (NOTE: These are listed in the order I received them, not preference or alphabetically.) As you will see, some families have more than one business they operate, so I have "clustered" them together by family.

To have your business added, please email hsgathering@gmail.com with your info (name, website, email, phone number, etc).

 ♦ from Ryan & Jessica Westfall
Westfall Financial
Ryan Westfall 541-601-4324
Financial Advisor who specializes in retirement planning, investments, and life insurance.

♦ from Mark & Yvonne VonHolle
VonHolle Family Services Store
Mark & Yvonne VonHolle 541-702-1933
BUY LOCAL for cell phone, home phone, small business phone, internet, tv, home security, home or business computer support, and gas and electric needs* at a better price including the best national brands that you know and trust.  Contact us at 541.702.1933 for your free technology audit and we will give you a no-obligation/no-cost quote to make sure you are getting the BEST DEAL possible.  Our family thanks you for your support. *utilities not available in all states 

♦ from Rich & DeeAnn Todd
Oregon Pacific Financial Advisors
Rich Todd 541-772-1116

Financial Planner
Specializing in retirement planning, IRAs, ROTH IRAs, investments, and life insurance. Rich also conducts seminars to help people understand the ins and outs of social security.
Web site - http://www.opfa.com/
E-mail - rich@opfa.com

Shaklee Independent Distributer
DeeAnn Todd 541-608-TODD (8633)
Shaklee Distributor
Natural whole-health products. I'm happy to offer a discount for homeschool families.


♦ from Don & Zana Walker
Don Walker 541-941-1500
Contractor 
All kinds of construction from home maintenance and repair to additions, remodels, complete renovations, standard and architectural construction.

♦ from the Beemer/Carlisle
Cathy Beemer  541-865-4370 
Voice Lessons
Bel Canto Technique, free your voice for any purpose.  Perfect for singers and future singers, but also will help teachers and speakers as well. The cost for my lessons is $10.00/half hour in Eagle Point or $15.00/ half hour at your home!

Adam Carlisle 541-865-4370
Martial Arts Instructor
Accepting new students! Martial Arts instructor, Adam Carlisle teaches Koden Kan Jitsu, a blended form of Karate that traces it's roots to Japan through Hawaii. The emphasis is on Self-Defense and Control. He teaches at the beautiful new Dojo/Community Room at Jackson Wellsprings on Tuesdays and Thursdays 4 to 5 PM. He also welcomes experienced students who want to learn a new technique or just stay in shape. They can join the ongoing class and train until 5:30. The cost is $60.00/month. 541-865-4370


from Jamie Daugherty
Rogue Valley RN Consultant
Jamie Daugherty (541) 326-8987

Services
Nursing Delegation
Healthcare Education
Medication Management
Seasonal Flu Shots
Lab Draws
Physical Examinations
Inspection Preparation
And More
All In Your Home
http://www.roguevalleyrn.net/
RogueValleyRN@gmail.com
on Facebook: www.facebook.com/roguevalleyrn

from Kevin & Tammy Hicks
Kevin Hicks Roofing (541) 840-7391
PO Box 3475
Central Point, OR 97502
fax 541.826.1685
kevinhicksroofing@yahoo.com
CCB #159981
licensed-bonded-insured

from Robyn Alleson
Robyn's Nest Boutique
 robynsetsy.etsy.com
on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Robyns-Nest-Boutique/141620032586760

from Joseph & Joan Consiglio
Joseph Consiglio Construction (541) 761-9026
Description Custom remodeling and finish carpentry.
CCB# 152272
LBPR 152272
General Information Joseph has over 30 years of carpentry experience. He specializes in custom cabinetry, remodel and trim work but has also done lots of rough carpentry and has built many houses from the ground up.
Email gaitedgardens@embarqmail.com  
on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Joseph-Consiglio-Construction/131868106881389

from Bruce & Kathy Ward
Bruce Ward & Sons Custom Cabinets (541) 535-8435
6054 Colver Rd
Talent, Oregon
License# 065571
on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Bruce-Ward-and-Sons-Custom-Cabinets/313729016516

from the Sleadd family
Zip Line Gear
Nathan Sleadd (888) 476-3701
Email: Info@ziplinegear.com

http://www.ziplinegear.com/
Located in Grants Pass, OR. We develop a few custom products of our own and stock a complete line gear for any kind of customer- whether you are looking to put a 50' line in your back yard, or to build and operate a complete zip line tour company.
 
 Sleadd's Adventure Depot
Nathan Sleadd (541) 226-9494 420 SW 6th St, Grants Pass


http://www.sleadds.com/
Sleadd's Adventure Depot is a toy and hobby shop in downtown Grants Pass.
Train sets
Slot Cars
Remote-control Helicopters
Nitro Trucks Nerf Guns
Lego Sets
Rocket Launchers
and much more.


♦ from the Olstad family
Brent Olstad
Brent Olstad Music
www.brentolstadmusic.com
Sheet music, custom arrangements and commissions

Rachel Olstad
Freelance proofreading and editing
rachelolstad@gmail.com

Abel Olstad
Private instructor, drums
abeldude1@live.com
♦ from the Holman family David Holman
Hello Chameleon
Graphic design and art direction for web and print
541 621-2651
www.hellochameleon.com

Classical Conversations Parent Practicum 5/16-18

Classical Conversations of Southern Oregon is hosting a parent practicum May 16, 17 & 18 at Cornerstone Christian Church in Medford. All home schooling parents are invited to come learn about classical education. There is no charge for parents. There will be some kids camps for a one time fee of $35 that covers all three days ($39 for nursery):
Latin camp ages 9-14: 
GeoDrawing camp for ages 6-8
A play camp with a space theme for 3-5 year olds 
There will be a nursery available up to 2 years old 

(The camps are filling fast, so register today!)

More details are below. To register, go to classicalconversations.com and click on the events button in the upper right hand corner. Hope to see you there! Questions: Tiffany McNaught 541-941-0700
  







Classical Christian Homeschooling FREE 3-Day Conference for Parents

Homeschooling is a challenge. We want to help you and your family meet the challenge ad maiorem Dei gloriam, ("to the greater glory of God!")

 Join us for practical advice and personal encouragement as we rise to the challenge together!

  Morning speakers will present practical tools for giving  your children a classical education at home. See the grammar, dialectic, and rhetoric stages of learning in action as we discover the relationship between Latin and history -the whole history of the human endeavor. Latin is the key, and we will show you what treasure it unlocks! We will have timely conversations about timeless ideas.

 Afternoon facilitators will discuss meeting the challenge of homeschooling through highschool and topics such as Latin, language, credits, and vision.*

 Learn how to integrate subjects around universal themes and timeless ideas. We discover how to embrace history and develop wisdom and vision in our students that transcends their own experience and understanding.

 Get equipped for the challenge! You will find the resources you need to educate 
classically from the Classical Conversations on-site bookstore.

Economically-priced daycamps are available for students of all ages.

While you are learning, your students will be too! Your students are sure to enjoy the group learning environment, whether they are being cared for in our nursery; playing and singing in our play camps; memorizing and drawing God's world in our geo-drawing camps; or learning about language, writing, science, logic, debate, or public speaking in our academic camps for older students. (Advance registration for student camps is required. Please register online.)

* Morning and afternoon topics vary.
Check our Event Calendar for Parent Practicum topics in your area.
Sincerely,
Classical Conversations
Classical Conversations, Inc.
 



4th Annual Independence Day Ball 6/30

The Liberty Tree Dance Group Cordially invites you to their
Fourth annual Independence Day Ball
On the 30th day of June
In the year of our Lord 2012
From 6:00 to 10:00 pm.

At the Evergreen Ballroom
6088 Crater Lake Ave
Central Point, Oregon

Cost is $10 per family or $5 per person if purchased by June 20th
Make checks payable to:
 Lori Vorgang
2951 Chancery Circle
Medford, OR 97504

$15 per family or $7 per person cash only at the door

Period or semiformal attire requested.
Please bring a plate of treats to share.
For more information: gaitedgardens@embarqmail.com

Thursday, April 19, 2012

Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe

The peace and quiet life at the Coach and Horses Inn dissolves one wet, spring night when a mysterious stranger appears needing a room. Although frightened of his odd appearance - swathed head to toe in clothes and dark glasses - the landlady, Mrs. Hall, rents him a room. He claims to be a scientist, and indeed, his "experiments" keep other lodgers up all night. The stranger, Griffin by name, soon reveals he is invisible and the terror at the inn begins!
   
Join us for mystery and intrigue, a classic, based on the novel by H.G. Wells

Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe
Presents
"The Invisible Man"
Friday, April 27 at 7:00 pm. and Saturday, April 28 at 2:00 and 7:00 pm.
Cornerstone Christian Church
608 Bartlett St. Medford, OR 97501
$8.00 General Admission $5.00 Students and Seniors (62+) 4 and under free
Tickets available at the door
For more information call 541-941-0167

Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe was founded in 1993 to provide a safe and secure environment for young people to experience all the aspects of theater, enhancing social skills, public speaking, creativity and confidence.

Monday, April 16, 2012

Beginning Guitar Lessons

Beginning Guitar Lessons
I am a homeschool mom and guitar teacher who has openings for beginning students.  I have played for 20 years and have experience and a love for teaching.  Focus is on learning to play chords using contemporary Christian worship songs while integrating reading music and some theory. References available upon request.  For more information contact Melanie Parton at 664-8669 or partonfam@gmail.com.

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Solar Eclipse and more!

HSG has placed an order for SOLAR EYE PROTECTION that are available now. If you are interested in purchasing these viewers for your family at $1/each, please email HSG as soon as possible at hsgathering@gmail.com. First come, first served! When they're gone, they're gone!  THEY'RE GONE! Sorry if you missed these:/


Annular Solar Eclipse of May 20, 2012
Begins at 4:04pm, with maximum eclipse at 5:21pm, ending at 6:29pm (Times based on Portland, OR, and may vary slightly. Watch for local updates as we get closer to the date). Best viewing between Medford and Redding. Must wear eye protection!

Visit NASA for more info.


The 2012 Transit of Venus on June 5, 2012

See the planet Venus as it moves across the face of the sun!
Times to come...
Must wear eye protection!



Thursday, April 12, 2012

Introduction to Programming class

INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING
Do you have what it takes to be a computer geek? (Do you have an aptitude for or interest in computer programming? Or do you want to find out if you do?)

We are going to be offering an “Introduction to Programming” course on Monday nights starting April 30th for 5 weeks (skipping Memorial Day.) We’ll be discussing the various types of careers in this field, practicing logic and deductive reasoning for problem solving, learning basic programming concepts, and testing the concepts by seeing which team can program their robotic car to autonomously finish a maze in the least amount of time.

The class is going to meet at the Gold Hill Library on April 30th, May 7th, 14th, 21st, and June 4th from 6:30 - 8:30PM. The final competition will be held at a BBQ at our farm in Sam’s Valley on Saturday, June 9th. The cost for the course is $125 and includes the classes and team use of a Lego Mindstorms robotics kit. Anyone with serious interest is welcome to attend -- the level of the instruction will be generally targeted towards junior-high / high-school age students.

Additional notes:
1. If there is interest in a similar class directed towards younger students please let me know.
2. I plan on offering this same course again in the fall.
3. I plan on also offering in the fall an “introduction to the computer” course.
4. Work-Based scholarships are available. If you have any questions, please let me know. You may apply by emailing me at “class@intrinsitech.net” or calling 541.826.9029 -- space is limited so please apply soon - Stephen Hewitt, Owner and Lead Software Engineer, Intrinsitech Corporation

KLAMATH OUTDOOR SCIENCE SCHOOL CAMPS

KLAMATH OUTDOOR SCIENCE SCHOOL CAMPS
The Klamath Outdoor Science School has several camps this summer for different age groups and they
are currently working on finalizing the schedule/plan for a family camp for kids ages 6-8 (and their families) for the weekend of Aug. 3-5. If you are interested in getting information contact: Marlena Wietlisbach KOSS liaison/instructor office 541-850-8218 http://www.klamathoutdoorschool.org/Summer-Camps.html

American Heritage Girls Open House 4/17

AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS OPEN HOUSE
American Heritage Girls will be having a Red Carpet
Open House on Tuesday, April 17th at 6:30pm at
Community Bible Church in Central Point. We will
be watching VeggieTales Princess and the PopStar,
creating picture frames, having a snack and a time for
parents to learn more about AHG. Girls are encouraged
to come modestly dressed as their favorite
Princess or Pop Star. Any questions, contact Karrie at
541-951-3135 or email ahgroguevalley@yahoo.com

Soft Air Dart Battles 4/20 & 27

THINK TANK KIDS
Think Tank Kids
Soft Air Dart BattlesTM
April 20th Pizza and Play! 6-9pm cost $15
April 27th 7-9pm cost $10
Don’t forget - dads are always welcome tocome and play!
www.thinktankkidsonline.com

Register: Send an email to Michelle at mhennes@charter.net

If you have not filled out a 2012 waiver with us, you will need to do so. This is a once a year waiver.
Players can bring their own Nerf (or other soft air dart) gun AND any Nerf sword or battle axes. All
ammo will be provided, so please do not bring your own ammo. If you do not have a Nerf gun, we will do have a few for you to borrow. Safety glasses/goggles! Please bring a pair and if you do not have any, we do have a limited number for borrowing.

Homeschool PE will be ending at the end of April for this school year. Thank you for a great year!

Volunteers needed!

COMMUNITY MINISTRY SERVICE PROJECT FOR JONI AND FRIENDS SOUTHERN OREGON
Joni and Friends Southern Oregon is excited and honored to host the 10th annual Sometimes Miracles Hide luncheon and carnival for mothers and their children with special needs. Moms will enjoy a delicious meal, inspirational program, fellowship, rest and respite. The children (including siblings) will be treated to a carnival where they will enjoy lots of games and activities. They will be paired with a buddy who will play with them and be a friend.

Volunteers are needed to serve in the carnival (as a buddy or operating a game booth) and nursery (arrive at 10 a.m. for training and orientation). Other positions include bathroom monitors, quiet room monitor, and door monitors. Volunteers are also needed in the kitchen (earlier arrival time!) and men are needed as servers during the lunch (arrive at 11:00). Volunteers need to be 13 years old to serve by themselves; 12 and younger may work alongside a parent.

Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 Time: 10:00 (unless otherwise notified) until about 2:30.
Place: First Baptist Church Medford, 649 Crater Lake Avenue
Please contact us if you would like to minister and serve a family affected by disability. No past experience is necessary - just a willingness to share God’s love and joy! Contact Rachel at (541)535-8479 or rachelolstad@q.com to sign up or get more information.

JCHE-May testing 5/21-22

MAY 2012 TESTING (MAY 21 & 22)
If you haven’t e-mailed Lorraine Kimmel at lkimmelster@gmail.com to get registered for large group testing at Bethel Church, then be sure to do that before April 30th or you will have to pay a $5 late fee. When youe-mail Lorraine, please tell her the names and grades, plus parent’s names, address and phone numbers.
The cost is $35 for the first child, $31 for the second child, and $24 for the third and each one after that. Ifyou are a current newsletter subscriber you get a $5 discount. None of the money needs to be paid until you arrive at testing on May 21st, but you can go ahead and mail it to Lorraine at PO Box 562, Eagle Point, OR 97524. Those that are already registered will be receiving an e-mail soon with all of the needed information for testing, if they haven’t already. If you have any other questions about registration just go ahead and e-mail Lorraine. If you don’t have e-mail, call her at 541-826-3427. Please inform your friends that do not get the newsletter how to contact Lorraine to get registered.

Shoestring presents "The Invisible Man" 4/27-28

SHOESTRING PRODUCTIONS' SPRING PLAYThe peace and quiet life at the Coach and Horses Inn dissolves one wet, spring night when a mysterious stranger appears needing a room. Although frightened of his odd appearance - swathed head to toe in clothes and dark glasses - the landlady, Mrs. Hall, rents him a room. He claims to be a scientist, and indeed, his “experiments” keep other lodgers up all night. The stranger, Griffin by name, soon reveals he is invisible and the terror at the inn begins!

Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe Presents“The Invisible Man”
Join us for mystery and intrigue, a classic, based on the novel by H.G. Wells
Friday, April 27 at 7:00 pm. and Saturday, April 28 at 2:00 and 7:00 pm.
Cornerstone Christian Church 608 Bartlett St. Medford, OR 97501
$8.00 General Admission
$5.00 Students and Seniors (62+) 4 and under free
Tickets available at the door For more information call 541-941-0167

Shoestring Productions Theatrical Troupe was founded in 1993 to provide a safe and secure environment for young people to experience all the aspects of theater, enhancing social skills, public speaking, creativity and confidence.

Monday, April 9, 2012

The April HS Gathering- "Spring Fling" Mama's Craft Night 4/10

The April HS Gathering- "Spring Fling" Mama's Craft Night
Tuesday, April 10th
6pm to 9pm


Food - Fun - Fellowship
Mark your calendars! Tell a friend!
Please RSVP to Tika Weeks at hsgathering@gmail.com for directions and so we know you're coming:)

3 things to bring, if you have them:
 a paper cutter
 a favorite rubber stamp
 an inkpad
 **If you don't have these things, don't worry! Come anyway and we can easily share:)**


Wednesday, April 4, 2012

HSG Field Trip of the Oregon Caves 5/31

Please mark your calendars for 10am on Thursday, May 31st to tour the Oregon Caves! They have offered us a group rate of  $4.00 per person for those 16 years and under (but taller than the required 42" in height!) and $6.00 per person for those 17 years and older, but space is limited. (Please note: this is not the educational field trip we had originally hoped for, but still a great educational opportunity to tour the Oregon Caves!)

Please email Tika at hsgathering@gmail.com to join us.
YOUR NAME
CHILD(REN)'S AGES
AVAILABILITY TO CARPOOL*

*Carpool arrangements to come:)

HSG- The April HS Gathering- "Spring Fling" Mama's Craft Night 4/10

The April HS Gathering- "Spring Fling" Mama's Craft Night
Tuesday, April 10th
6pm to 9pm

Food - Fun - Fellowship
Mark your calendars! Tell a friend!
Please RSVP to Tika Weeks at hsgathering@gmail.com for directions and so we know you're coming:)